LOU GETS ANOTHER AWARD
Tonight the Cross Plains Public Library gave Lou an inscribed silver pen set with a bouquet of flowers to honor her eight years of judging the school essay awards made by the Library. The award was given at the Meet the Author presentation by Bill Neal talking about his book GETTING AWAY WITH MURDER ON THE TEXAS FRONTIER. Margaret Waring, Comanche Librarian, came because she has worked with Bill on his books and his grandfather lived in Comanche. Judge Roger Corn came from Baird as well as a number from Cross Plains and Sipe Springs. History prof Mike Friend was also in the audience. I have been reading the book and the stories about Temple Houston, youngest son of Sam Houston, would make another book. He quotes some of the speeches to juries that are classic.

Lou seems to be in good spirits and fairly good health with a few back problems when she works too hard. She was totally surprised by the award tonight. Also Bill Neal is trying to set up a panel with her for a presentation at Frontier Texas in Nov. or Dec.

I would sure like to be over these painful Shingles, but it may take a while. I am trying to find a flu clinic to get my shot.